Luxembourg Gardens

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Wander through the tranquil Luxembourg Gardens at a leisurely pace and admire some of the monuments scattered within.

The Luxembourg Gardens date back to 1612, when the Palais du Luxembourg and its grounds were built at the request of Marie de Medici. The park opened to the public in the 19th century and the 21-hectare Luxembourg Gardens is today known as a park of the people. The palace now houses the French Senate.

The park attracts students from the nearby Sorbonne University, as well as workers from the city seeking a tranquil break. Chess is popular in the park, with intense matches taking place at the shaded tables situated between rue Guynemer and rue de Vaugirard, near to the orangery.

As well as the numerous beautiful flower beds and grandiose sculptures, the park offers many attractions for children, including pony rides, a carousel and the Grand Bassin - an octagonal pond at the centre of the park where children can sail model boats. There is also a children’s playground which incurs a small fee.

The park contains over 100 statues, including a bust of Baudelaire and a figure of Beethoven. There is also the grand Medici Fountain, and the Fountain of the Observatory, with its globe supported by four sculpted nude women, representing four of the continents.

The Luxembourg Museum is open daily and can be found in the northwest corner of the gardens. There are often free musical performances in the gazebo, with the nearby café offering plenty of indoor and outdoor seating for those who want to listen while enjoying a glass of wine.

Entry to the park and the museum is free but opening hours vary, so check on the website before your visit.

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